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Return-to-School Resources
- Student Tech Support
- SY20-21 Calendar
- Health, Wellness, Nursing – COVID-19 Info., Nursing Contacts, Vaccinations & More
Resources for Students, Staff and Families
- McMahon School Operational Plan 2020-21 | Addendum (for staff)
- McMahon Parent and Student Handbook (PDF) | En Español (PDF)
- Pre-K programs – Apply today!
Welcome to Lt. Elmer J. McMahon School!
Vision Statement
The vision of the Lt. Elmer J. McMahon School is to foster critical thinking, effective communication orally and in writing and qualities of character and citizenship, in a respectful environment, supporting students in acquiring the self-awareness and self-management skills needed to achieve at high levels academically and in life.
Mission Statement
Through challenging academics, positive character development and high expectations for all, McMahon School educates every Pre-K through Grade-8 scholar for success in high school, college, and career.
Core Values
R – Respect
E – Excellence
A – Academic Achievement
C – Commitment and Determination
H – High Expectations
Instructional Programs
Instructional Focus – “We Write Right”
Math in Focus (Grades K-8)
Fundations (Grades K-2)
Expeditionary Learning (Grades 3-8)
NGSS Science Standards using Stemscopes (Grades K-8)
ESL (Reach – Grades K-5 / Inside – Grades 6-8)
Specials Classes (Physical Education, Music, Art and STEM/Computer)
School-Wide Positive Character Building Initiative
Social Skills Curriculum
Enrichment Activities
Attendance Initiatives
Student of the Week
Middle School “Cheetahs” Basketball, Soccer and Volleyball Teams
Contact
Ms. Rebecca Thompson, Principal
rthompson@hps.holyoke.ma.us
75 Kane Road, Holyoke, MA 01040
Phone: (413) 534-2062/63
Fax: (413) 534-2290
M. Kate Ritchie, Assistant Principal
About
Grades Kindergarten-8
Hours: 7:40 AM to 2:45 PM
Pre-Kindergarten
10 months
Half-day AM, 7:40 AM-10:30 AM and
Half-day PM, 11:55 AM-2:45 PM
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